Open Christchurch 2025: Former Wellington Woollen Mills Manufacturing Company (now The Drifter Christchurch) - Saturday
Event description
Open Christchurch 2025: Former Wellington Woollen Mills Manufacturing Company (now The Drifter Christchurch)
With: The Drifter Christchurch
Where: 96 Lichfield Street, Central City (The meeting point will be sent to registered attendees)
Discover a stunning, contemporary hybrid hotel housed in a former clothing factory. The understated classical exterior, clad in Nelson marble, belies the lush treasures within. Communal areas speak to the gathering spaces of adjacent Sol Square; its industrial history is celebrated in the exposed ceilings and details
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Saturday 3 May 11 & 11.30 am, 12,12.30, 1 & 1.30 pm
This building is also open on the 4th of May.
Free, booking essential
Important things to know
- Tours start every half hour
- Tour/site involves steps
- Lift available
- Places to sit and rest inside building
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About Open Christchurch:
2-4 May 2025
Open Christchurch is a one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture. It’s for everyone in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Building owners/kaitiaki will literally open their doors so you can experience great design from the inside
Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 50+ buildings and 5 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.
Visit openchch.nz for more information.
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Photo courtesy of the Drifter
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
